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BOEING'S SERVICE SUPPORT FOR SELF-RELIANCE IN AEROSPACE AND DEFENCE

Boeing Defence India (BDI) remains committed to developing in-country capabilities and strengthening its support for India's defence ecosystem

"WILL CONTINUE THE POLICY FOR DEFENCE REFORMS TO BOOST MANUFACTURING"

Furthering the country's defence production target of three lakh crore by 2029 and leading such initiatives is Sanjeev Kumar, Secretary, Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence. In an exclusive interaction, Consulting and Contributing Editor Manish Kumar Jha speaks with the Secretary, on his roadmap and policies for spurring defence manufacturing in India, for both public and private sectors.

LESSONS FOR AIRPOWER

Learning from the Past and Ongoing Conflicts

"OUR CURRENT R&D BUDGET IS WOEFULLY SHORT"

Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff believes that while concentrated efforts to increase the same are on-going, the private industry would also need to actively invest in this sector

AW109 TREKKERM

Leonardo's state-of-the-art multi-role military light helicopter

IAF'S CHALLENGES AND KEY SOLUTIONS

Major industry platforms like Aero India 2025, showcasing advanced aerospace and defence technology solutions, present a crucial opportunity for the Indian Air Force (IAF) to address its operational challenges

CIRRUS SR22: CHOOSE CAPS FOR SAFETY!

Cirrus Aircraft and COPA set out to create a culture in which pilots who operated the CAPS system were celebrated - not criticised or even questioned - for their decision. This resulted in a steep drop in accident rates.

SEARCH FOR A MEDIUM LIFT HELICOPTER

The Indian Multi-Role Helicopter (IMRH), offering diverse capabilities, is being developed to cater to both military and civilian applications

INDIAN AEROSPACE INDUSTRY AT AN INFLECTION POINT

Aero India 2025 is a golden opportunity for all stakeholders, from policymakers to DRDO, PSUS and private industry, to come together and showcase their commitment to not only make India Atmanirbhar in Aerospace but also be a reliable and capable exporter of aerospace products

"MIDDLE-EAST REGION IS A LAUNCH PAD, AND OUR AIRCRAFT ARE WELL-SUITED FOR MISSIONS OUT OF HERE"

The MEBAA show, held in Dubai every second year, witnesses a very regular participation of Gulfstream Aerospace. The 2024 edition held in December last year also witnessed a great and active participation of Gulfstream. Jayant Baranwal, Editorin-Chief, SP's Aviation, had an exclusive conversation at this occasion, with Michael Swift, Group Vice President - Sales, EMEA & APAC, Gulfstream Aerospace.

MEBAA SHOW 2024 MIRRORING BIZAV GROWTH IN MIDDLE EAST

The Middle East is emerging as a key player in global business aviation, emphasising sustainability, leading platforms for advanced air mobility, enhanced connectivity, and luxury services to cater to corporate and individual clients

A LEGACY OF SAFETY, EFFICIENCY, AND INNOVATION

Dassault Falcon Business Jets are redefining luxury and safety in Business Aviation. Carlos Brana, Executive Vice President Civil Aircraft, Dassault Aviation shares insights into the company's vision and cutting-edge technology in an exclusive conversation with Jayant Baranwal, Editor-in-Chief of SP's Aviation, during 2024 edition of MEBAA held in Dubai.

A SPECTACULAR SHOWCASE OF AIRCRAFT & COLLABORATIONS

MEBAA 2024 was marked by a series of groundbreaking announcements and collaborations, reflecting the sector's innovation, growth, and adaptability to emerging trends

"THE PERCEPTION IS WHAT WE HAVE TO CHANGE"

In an exclusive chat with Jayant Baranwal, Chairman and Managing Director, SP Guide Publications at the recently concluded MEBAA 2024, Ali Ahmed Alnaqbi, Chairman of the IBAC Governing Board, and Founding Chairman, Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) shared his insights and vision on Business Aviation's Role, Challenges and a Sustainable Future

EYES IN THE SKY: INDIA'S PUSH FOR ADVANCED AEW&C CAPABILITIES

India's AEW&C modernising efforts are now geared up for critical decisions amid delays

SPADEX: ANOTHER FEATHER IN ISRO'S CAP

SpaDEx is key to achieving India's long-term space exploration goals, including manned spaceflight, spacecraft maintenance, and the construction of the Bharat Antariksha Station (BAS)

DR V. NARAYANAN TAKES OVER AS CHARGE OF SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF SPACE; CHAIRMAN, SPACE COMMISSION AND CHAIRMAN ISRO

Dr V. Narayanan assumed the charge of Secretary, Department of Space, Chairman, Space Commission and Chairman, ISRO on the afternoon of January 13, 2025.

BRIDGING THE GAP IN THE SKIES

Ministry of Defence sets up a committee to address gaps within the Indian Air Force with a focus on Fighter Jet Squadrons UCAVs

"WE SHOULD PUT ALL OUR EFFORTS INTO BEING SELF-RELIANT ON AN AERO-ENGINE 99 AIR MARSHAL TEJINDER SINGH, DCAS

The quest for an indigenous aero-engine remains a challenge despite the initial success of the Kaveri engine. Can it be a national mission? What is needed to achieve a higher thrust of engine for Tejas Mk2 and AMCA? The possibilities are discussed at the TDF DRDO Conference among the leaders and outstanding aerospace scientists at the Conference.

EMBRAER DEFENSE & SECURITY AN EVOLVING GLOBAL LEADER

Embraer Defense and Security’s portfolio exemplifies innovation and versatility, delivering advanced solutions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains to meet the evolving demands of global defence

CHINESE SIXTH GENERATION STEALTH FIGHTER: A MYTH OR REALITY

China’s unveiling of the J-36 and J-50 simultaneously demonstrates its ability to rapidly develop and test advanced fighter platforms, signifying its intent to rival the United States in air power projection

DECODING CHINA'S SIXTH-GENERATION FIGHTER AIRCRAFT PROGRAMME

China’s progress in sixth-generation aviation underscores its ambitions to project power far beyond its borders, influencing regional security dynamics and exacerbating the arms race in Asia

ESA'S PROBA-3 MISSION TAKES OFF ON ISRO'S PSLV

PSLV-CS9 vehicle carried European Space Agency’s Proba-3 spacecraft into a highly elliptical orbit as a dedicated commercial mission of NSIL, the commercial arm of ISRO

KLM: THE WORLD'S OLDEST AIRLINE STILL GOING STRONG!

In 1930, KLM began scheduled passenger service between Amsterdam and Jakarta. The Fokker F.XII plane took 10 days to reach, including 81 hours of flying time. It was the world's longest scheduled flight before the Second World War.

SPICEJET'S $90 MILLION DEAL WITH CANADIAN Q400 PLANES

SpiceJet has successfully resolved a significant dispute with Bombardier over a fleet of Q400 turboprop planes in the form of a $90 million settlement, marking the end of a prolonged legal battle that also has broader implications for the Indian aviation sector

TAPPING THE UNCHARTED WATERS

Seaplane services are expected to transform regional connectivity in India, boost tourism, create jobs, and foster economic development, particularly in hard-to-reach coastal and inland regions

FLIGHT PLAN FOR NAVIGATING BUSINESS AIRCRAFT FINANCING

The business aircraft financing market has witnessed significant growth post-pandemic, driven by increased demand for private and chartered flights

TRUMP'S VICTORY: WHAT WILL IT UNFOLD FOR INDIA

For India, one of the most significant aspects of Trump's return will be his approach to China. There is a possibility that Trump will continue to view India through a transactional lens, prioritising trade deficits and economic returns. The role which the US plays as the global tech powerhouse is the model for future growth which cuts across economy to security. In all potential, there are mostly positive signs, rather another defining era for Indo-US relations could unfold if indicators are right. The convergence of mutual interest for both democracies is too obvious.

ANTARIKSHA ABHYAS-2024

The first ever tri-services Defence Space Exercise was a significant building block towards holistic capability in global space operations

INDIA'S GSAT-20 SATELLITE LAUNCHED

Symbolising growing technology, growth & collaboration, this mission highlights India's dedication to leveraging space technology for societal progress, expanding its role in commercial space ventures while underscoring the potential for India's heavy-lift launch vehicles to capture future opportunities